In the heavy truck market, the poundage of aluminum per unit has risen to 2, 150 pounds from 1, 709 pounds in 2006, he said.

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For all intents and purposes, the heavy duty truck market is a purely local affair in China, and it is likely to stay that way.

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Unlike the light-duty vehicle market, most medium- and heavy-duty truck purchasers operate on slim profit margins where fuel costs are a major factor in their economic survival.

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No international truck brand has gained any significant traction in the China heavy-duty market, despite their obviously superior technology.

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